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cold messaging that recruiter or manager after you apply for a job you like

it’s not delusional or ego inflating, it’s not creepy or stalkerish, but I’m a good internet sleuth and try to search for the company name + “recruiter” or “talent” and show genuine interest + how I am relevant to them, it’s how I got my last gig

@aidanaguirre

Jul 3, 2024

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@trevor

As someone who's hired this is def a good idea. When hiring you get tons of boilerplate resumes and most feel like they used a service to apply to anything and everything. If someone shows real interest and knows about the company I'll put them at the top of the stack without question.

Jul 8, 2024

@trev

the best way to get a job outside of direct connections

Jul 3, 2024

@mirabe11a

Out of curiosity, what did you say? I always want to do this but I feel weird just out of the blue saying "hey, I applied for this job - ok bye!"

Jul 3, 2024

@aidanaguirre

mirabe11a if it’s on LinkedIn I request to connect with a note that’s like “hey so and so, noticed that (Evil Corporation) is hiring for the role of XYZ, happy to connect and discuss the role/company culture. My experience in ABC at (Other Corporation) could be a great asset to your team” and then if they accept it just thank them and tell them you applied and hope you can chat soon

Jul 3, 2024

@staysexyhavefun

damn good 4 u i get too scared lol

Jul 3, 2024

@aidanaguirre

staysexyhavefun oh trust me I used to be so fucking terrified but if the person on the other end is 1. in a good mood and not an asshole and 2. appreciates the curiosity, then there’s 0 risk to trying it

Jul 3, 2024

@staysexyhavefun

aidanaguirre true the worst they do is not reply lol

Jul 3, 2024

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